What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Reading is to bus which costs £15 - £22 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Reading is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £45 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Central Station and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Central Station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Cardiff - North Road and arriving at Bridge Street via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Central Station and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to Reading?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and Reading is 109 miles. The road distance is 109.4 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Central Station to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £45 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Central Station to Reading?

The train from Cardiff Central to Reading takes 1h 27m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Reading bus from?

Cardiff Central Station to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff - North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Reading train from?

Cardiff Central Station to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Central Station to Reading?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Reading is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £22 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Reading bus arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Reading station.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Reading train arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Central Station to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central Station to Reading is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Cardiff Central Station to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff Central Station to Reading?

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff Central Station to Reading by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
1h 27m
£45–85
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Cardiff - North Road to Readingbus Uk042
3h 10m
£15–21
Drive 108.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Readingcar 108.8 mi
2h
£28–40

Cardiff Central Station to Reading by train

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Distance: 108.7 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Cardiff Central Station, Wales and Reading, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £45–85 and the journey takes 1h 27m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff - North Road to Reading twice daily. Tickets cost £13–20 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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